2017 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · WF67 FBA

A consistent pattern of clean MOT passes defines the roadworthiness record of this 2017 Ford Fiesta, with six successive tests from 2020 through to 24 September 2025 all resulting in pass outcomes and no recorded failures. The only blemishes across this six-year span are two minor advisories logged on 31 August 2023, relating to brake hydraulic fluid reservoir level and front brake pad wear. The absence of any repeat advisories on either front brake component or hydraulic system in the two tests since (2024 and 2025) suggests that those items were attended to, though the MOT record itself cannot confirm any servicing work carried out between tests. With mileage now at 81,598 and the most recent test showing zero defects, the short-term roadworthiness picture is positive, while the lone advisory cluster in 2023 is the only historical note of note. At roughly 9,066 miles per year over a nine-year lifespan, the recorded accumulation sits comfortably within the typical range for a Fiesta of this age and falls neither into the low-mileage, irregular-use category nor the high-mileage, heavily worked bracket. There are no significant gaps in the MOT testing sequence, with annual tests recorded consecutively from 2020 through 2025, indicating the vehicle has been kept on the road and in active use throughout the period covered. Mileage increments between tests appear broadly proportional to the annual rate, with no evidence of sudden large jumps that would suggest tow-bar fitment, long motorway commutes, or erratic use. Mechanically, this level of consistent usage tends to be kinder to components such as the clutch, brakes, and tyres than very low annual mileage, where corrosion from infrequent use can be more of a concern. Given the specific advisories on record, attention on a test drive should focus on the braking system. The 2023 advisory noted front brake pads as wearing thin, so a close inspection of pad thickness through the wheels is worthwhile, along with a check of front disc condition for lipping, surface corrosion, or uneven wear which often accompanies pad replacement on a Fiesta of this mileage. The brake hydraulic fluid being close to the minimum mark is also worth verifying; the reservoir should be topped up between the min and max lines, and the fluid should be checked for dark discolouration which would indicate it is due for replacement regardless of level. On the road, any pulling to one side under braking, a soft or spongy pedal feel, or vibration through the pedal when stopping at speed would warrant further investigation of caliper function, disc runout, or hydraulic system integrity. Beyond the flagged braking items, the general mechanical priorities for a Fiesta at 81,598 miles should centre on the components most prone to wear at this stage of life. Listen for clonks or rattles from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, paying particular attention to the front wishbones, anti-roll bar drop links, and suspension bushes which are known wear points on this model. Steering should feel precise with no knocking or excessive play at the straight-ahead position. Under the bonnet, check for any signs of oil misting or staining around the cam cover and for coolant leaks from the thermostat housing or radiator, both common areas on this engine. Finally, inspect the exhaust system from the manifold back for corrosion or blowing joints, and examine the underside including subframe and mounting points for any surface corrosion, as these structural areas are critical to long-term roadworthiness even when not flagged at test.